Brockton News: Community

Navigating the Continuum of Care

Please join us for this informative presentation about what to do when you have a hospital visit. This presentation will follow a generic case study of a person who has had an incident at home and follows them through the process from when they arrive at the hospital and what should come next. There will…Read More

Hate Ticks presented by Blake Dinius

Hate ticks? Not only are ticks creepy, but the bite of a tick can transmit life-altering diseases. Don’t wait for ticks to bite! Arm yourself with knowledge and stand up to ticks. Please come join Blake Dinius Entomologist-extension educator for this informative workshop. Learn about basic tick biology, scientifically proven protection methods, and bust any…Read More

Bach Birthday Bash

Come and celebrate the life and music of J.S. Bach, with early music specialists, The Berry Collective, a special guest organist, and a visit with "Kotsch Jr.", a model, playable pipe organ from the Friends of the Kotschmar Organ, Portland, Maine. Ticket information from [email protected] or from our Facebook page, "Christ Church Pipe Organ Series."…Read More

Irish Step Dance Performance sponsored by Southeast Rehabilitation

Please join the Haley School of Irish Step Dance as Southeast Rehabilitation sponsors a special performance in honor of St. Patrick's Day here at the Brockton Council on Aging. Light refreshments will be served after the performance. Brockton Seniors will be given first priority. Please sign up at the front desk or by calling 508-580-7811.Read More

St. Patrick’s Day Party

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with friends at the Brockton Council on Aging. Enjoy a traditional corned beef luncheon with all the fixings by Hart Brothers Catering. Then sing some traditional Irish songs with The Council Chords. The cost to attend is $15.00 per person. Please, sign-up at the front desk as this event will fill…Read More

Annual Art Smart Reception

Brockton Public Library, 304 Main St will host their Annual Art Smart Reception in the Driscoll Art Gallery on Tuesday, March 12, 2019 beginning at 6 p.m. This free event is open to all. To find out more about great free activities visit us at www.brocktonpubliclibrary.org.Read More

Free Pastel Workshop for Adults

The Brockton Public Library, 304 Main St, will present professional artist and instructor Gregory Maichack, on Monday, March 11, 2019 beginning at 6:00 p.m. for this free pastel workshop for adults and seniors from beginners to advanced. For more information on this event and others too visit us at www.brocktonpubliclibrary.org.Read More

Craft with Alliance at West Acres

Join Brenda Sansone from Alliance at West Acres here at the Council on Aging for the monthly craft group. Do you feel “Lucky?” Make a fun festive Shamrock mug using a stencil and a Sharpie Marker. All supplies will be provided free of charge by Alliance Health at West Acres. Brockton Seniors will be given…Read More

Lithuanian Heritage Day

This is an annual, regional event, open to the general public, celebrating Lithuanian culture, customs and history. St. Michael Parish, 87 North Main St, Avon, MA. 4:00PM Mass (for those wishing to attend). Immediately following Mass, in the church hall, a delicious authentic Lithuanian dinner will be served and entertainment will be provided by a…Read More

“Life’s Little Lessons”: #3 A Scarf for Every Season

“March roars in like a lion and goes out like a lamb” but that doesn't mean people have to be unfashionable. So let’s be fashionably fierce and learn new ways to wear scarves for every season. If you have different scarves at home then bring them along to this lesson to practice. Please sign up…Read More